Sebi News

Sebi Alerts Public: Rising Threat of Social Media Securities Fraud – Stay Informed and Protected

Sebi warns the public about the rise in securities market frauds via social media, urging vigilance and reporting of suspicious activities. Fraudsters use deceptive tactics, includ...

Sebi Alerts Public on Rising Securities Frauds Through Social Media: How to Stay Safe

Sebi warns about the surge in securities market frauds via social media, advising caution and verification of entities. Reports can be made on Sebi's portal, with new measures intr...

Sebi Boosts FPI Transparency by Doubling AUM Disclosure Threshold to Rs 50,000 Crore

Sebi has doubled the AUM disclosure threshold for FPIs to Rs 50,000 crore, effective immediately, following board approval on March 24. This move aims to enhance transparency and e...

Sebi Doubles Asset Threshold to Rs 50,000 Cr for FPIs, Easing Disclosure Norms in Major Market Move

Sebi has eased disclosure norms for FPIs by doubling the asset threshold to Rs 50,000 crore, reflecting market growth. New requirements aim for transparency, with exemptions for ce...

Sebi Grants Government Exemption from Open Offer in Vodafone Idea Stake Acquisition

Sebi exempts the government from an open offer in Vodafone Idea's stake acquisition, aiming to protect public interest and ensure telecom service continuity without management chan...

HDFC Bank Faces Regulatory Scrutiny: Sebi Issues Warning Letter Over Compliance Failures

Sebi has issued a warning letter to HDFC Bank for regulatory non-compliance in custody activities, urging the bank to address the lapses. This follows a similar warning in December...

Sebi Proposes Unified Expiry Days for Stock F&O Contracts to Curb Speculative Trading

Sebi proposes limiting stock F&O contract expiry days to Tuesday or Thursday across all exchanges to enhance predictability and curb speculative trading, aiming for a more stable m...

Sebi Doubles AUM Threshold for FPI Disclosures: A Game-Changer for Smaller Investors

Sebi has doubled the AUM threshold for FPIs requiring additional disclosures to Rs 50,000 crore, reflecting market growth and enhancing transparency. The move is part of broader re...

Sebi Establishes High-Level Committee to Tackle Conflict of Interest Among Board Members

Sebi forms an independent high-level committee to review and enhance governance, conflict of interest, and disclosure norms for its board members, aiming to ensure transparency and...

Sebi Extends Ban on 7 Commodity Derivatives Trading to March 2026 to Stabilize Prices

Sebi extends the suspension of derivatives trading in seven agricultural commodities until March 2026 to curb speculation and stabilize prices, affecting wheat, moong, and others.

Sebi's New One-Year Advance Fee Policy for Investment Advisers and Research Analysts: What You Need to Know

Sebi has approved a new policy allowing investment advisers and research analysts to charge advance fees for up to one year, enhancing flexibility and addressing industry concerns....

Sebi Announces High-Level Committee to Overhaul Conflict of Interest Guidelines for Members

Sebi is forming a high-level committee to review and update conflict-of-interest provisions for its members, aiming to enhance transparency and accountability. The initiative refle...

Sebi Chief Advocates for Policy Stability Amid Global Uncertainties

Sebi chief Tuhin Kanta Pandey advocates for stable taxation laws for FPIs, emphasizing India's strong market returns and the importance of policy certainty amidst global uncertaint...

Sebi Proposes Eased Entry for GIFT City Brokers and Relaxes Mutual Funds' Compensation Rules

Sebi proposes easing entry for GIFT City brokers and relaxes mutual funds' compensation rules, aiming to boost the securities market in GIFT City, Gujarat, and simplify operations ...

Sebi Enhances Market Transparency: New Rules on Unpublished Price Sensitive Information

Sebi has broadened the scope of Unpublished Price Sensitive Information to include fundraising, management changes, restructuring, and bank settlements, effective June 10, enhancin...

Sebi Slashes Rights Issue Timeline to 23 Days: A Game-Changer for Equity Fundraising

Sebi reduces rights issue timeline to 23 days, aiming to streamline equity fundraising and enhance shareholder participation. New reforms include simplified procedures, increased t...

Sebi Issues Warning to IIFL Capital Over Due Diligence Lapses in Debt Issues

Sebi warns IIFL Capital over due diligence lapses in debt issues, with no financial implications. The company's stock showed minor fluctuations but remains stable.

Sebi Introduces Stricter Profitability Norms for SME IPOs to Safeguard Investors

Sebi has introduced stricter norms for SME IPOs, including a profitability requirement and a 20% cap on OFS, aiming to protect investors and ensure market integrity.

Sebi Launches AML and CFT Certification to Strengthen Market Intermediaries' Knowledge

Sebi introduces a certification course on Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Combating the Financing of Terrorism (CFT) for market intermediaries, aiming to enhance understanding and ...

Sebi Introduces Stricter Regulations for SME IPOs to Safeguard Investor Interests

Sebi introduces stricter regulations for SME IPOs, including profitability requirements and caps on offer-for-sale, to safeguard investor interests and ensure a credible fundraisin...

Sebi Chief Pandey Emphasizes Enhanced Transparency in Market Regulation

Sebi's new chief, Tuhin Kanta Pandey, emphasizes the importance of enhanced transparency, ease of doing business, and investor education for a healthy capital market. Pandey's appr...

Sebi and BSE to Legally Contest Court Order Against Former Executives Over 1994 Listing Controversy

Sebi and BSE are legally challenging a court order for a probe into alleged irregularities in a 1994 company listing. The order targets former executives not in office at the time....

Sebi Opens Doors for Small Finance Companies to Dive into Bad Debt Securities Market

Sebi has relaxed norms for security receipts, allowing smaller NBFCs and HFCs to invest, aiming to boost liquidity in the distressed debt market while introducing safeguards agains...

Sebi's New Chairman Pandey Unveils Four Key Objectives for Market Regulation

Tuhin Kanta Pandey, the new Sebi chairman, emphasizes trust, transparency, teamwork, and technology as the four key objectives to guide the market regulator towards becoming a worl...

Sebi Mandates Swift Deployment of Investor Funds via NFOs Starting April 2025

Sebi enforces a new rule requiring asset management companies to deploy funds collected through NFOs within 30 days of allotment, effective April 2025. This aims to improve liquidi...

Sebi Aims to Revolutionize Securities Market with Secure UPI Payments for Intermediaries

Sebi is introducing a new mechanism for secure payments in the securities market using UPI, aiming to distinguish legitimate financial intermediaries with unique UPI addresses.

Sebi's Innovative Plan: Mutual Funds Paired with Life Insurance to Attract Rural Investors

Sebi plans to introduce mutual fund schemes bundled with term life insurance to attract rural investors, aiming for financial inclusion and low-cost premiums. A 'Pay Right' initiat...

Sebi to Revolutionize Stock Trading: Pre-Listing Share Trading on the Horizon

Sebi is introducing a 'when listed' concept to allow trading in shares of companies pre-listing, aiming to neutralize the grey market's impact and protect investors' rights. This i...

Sebi Announces Overhaul of Mutual Fund Nomination Process to Boost Market Transparency

Sebi introduces new guidelines to revamp the mutual fund nomination process, aiming to enhance market transparency and reduce unclaimed assets. Effective from March 1, these measur...

Sebi Embraces AI for Speeding Up IPO and Mutual Fund Application Processes

Sebi is leveraging AI to speed up IPO and mutual fund application approvals, aiming for faster processing times and enhanced financial inclusion through initiatives like the Rs 250...

Stockholding Services Slapped with Rs 9 Lakh Fine for KYC Compliance Failures

Sebi fines Stockholding Services Rs 9 lakh for KYC compliance failures, highlighting the importance of stringent client verification processes in the financial sector.

Ola Electric Faces Sebi Warning for Social Media Disclosure Breach

Sebi warns Ola Electric Mobility for breaching disclosure norms after its founder announced expansion plans on social media before notifying stock exchanges, highlighting the impor...